Lincoln Prairie Trails Conservancy Events

Fueling Fun, Movement, and Local Heritage

Welcome to the heart of the Lincoln Prairie Trails Conservancy! Whether you are looking for a competitive edge, a quiet historical stroll, or a community scavenger hunt, you’ve found your starting line. Our events are designed to get you moving—on our trail or any path you choose—while celebrating the beauty of our local landscape.

• Geocache – Millersville
  B&O Heritage: Millersville Station Geocache Coordinates Millersville: N39° 27.028 W89° 09.467 – Leave a comment and let us know if you found it! Location: Millersville Site (Lincoln Prairie Trail) The Mission: Hunt for history where the prairie was finally conquered. The Legend of the Halfway Point The story of Millersville isn’t one of a town… Read more: Geocache – Millersville
• Geocache – Owaneco
  The B&O Heritage: Owaneco Depot Geocache Coordinates Owaneco: N39° 28.866 W89° 11.599 – Leave a comment and let us know if you found it! The Lifeblood of the Village When the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) tracks were laid through Christian County, Owaneco became a vital link in the chain of commerce. While Millersville served as… Read more: Geocache – Owaneco
• Geocache Velma
  The B&O Heritage: Velma Station Coordinates Velma: N39° 30.843 W89° 13.878 – Leave a comment and let us know if you found it! A Father’s Legacy on the Rails Established in the late 1890s, Velma was a unique settlement that grew from the personal vision of local landowner Hiram Shumway. Located in the southwest quarter… Read more: Geocache Velma
• Geocache – Pana & Taylorville Trailheads
  The B&O Heritage: The Terminal Hubs (Pana & Taylorville) Geocache Coordinates Taylorville: N39° 32.924 W89° 17.022 – Leave a comment and let us know if you found it! Pana: N39° 23.980 W89° 05.954 – Leave a comment and let us know if you found it! The Great Connectors While the depots at Owaneco, Velma, and… Read more: Geocache – Pana & Taylorville Trailheads
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  Trails Day 2026
  Celebrate Trails Day 2026: Join the Movement! Mark your calendars! On April 25, 2026, we are joining the national movement to get outside and enjoy the beauty of our local pathways. Whether you want to bike, hike, or roll, the Lincoln Prairie Trail is the place to be. Brought to you by Lincoln Prairie Trails… Read more: Trails Day 2026